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- .1'1 .. • .... .. .... _: -1~~ - Happenings In Motorcycling One of the most popular spots in the pits at the Anaheim III Supercross was right next to the Chevy Trucks/Kawasaki pits, where Chevrolet had on display its all-new Chevy Cheyenne full-size pick-up truck. The concept truck, a "genesis' of the Fox Silverado, was designed with the motocrosser in mind. It features such MXer-friendly innovations as two side-access doors positioned directly behind the cab, allowing access to the bed without having to lean up against the side of the bed and reach over the top. The doors are also fitted with built-in and removable five-gallon plastic fuel cans. In addition, the tailgate is bi-folding; you can fold down half of it for easier loading or to use as a small work table, or it can be lowered like a traditional tailgate. The box is also fitted with many integrated tie-downs and is equipped with full lighting. The Cheyenne is powered by a supercharged 6-litre 500 horsepower aU-alloy Vortec engine and is accessed via a front-hinged hood. The frame is all aluminum and rides on Fox gas shocks and an independent rear suspension system, which allows the bed's floor to sit lower in the frame. The floor is just 28 inches above the ground, which rivals the standard two-wheel-drive Silverado, making it easier to load and unload motorcycles. The Cheyenne also features a Quadrasteer-derlved rear-steering system, similar to that of the GMC Denali. The interior is full plush. The Cheyenne pictured here features leather seats, a sun roof, and just about aJi the comforts of home. Somewhat surprising, the seemingly bare dash is reminiscent of early Chevy trucks, as it sports one large, round, main display, flanked by smaller gauges. In spite of the Cheyenne's ultrafuturistic look, GM designers tried to maintain certain style elements of past Chevy trucks. "We talked to the team guys (Kawasaki factory riders] and asked them what they wanted out of a truck," Clay Dean, director of design small truck/Hummer, said. "They wanted modem looks with function, and, like with most truck owners now, they wanted luxury from the interior. Here it is.' Dean added that the Cheyenne isn't really a concept truck anymore, as it is scheduled to go into production and to be offered as an 'OS or '06 model. The Cheyenne pictured here is a high-end model, but the Cheyenne will also be offered in different, "less expensive" variations. Signed by artist Robert Eagles and Colin Edwards himself, the superb painting captures the landmark to perfection and Is limited to just 300 copies worldwide of the 673 x 520mm By ALAN CATHCART • • Picture Perfect Edwards I The 2002 World Superbike Championship finale at Imola last September. in which Colin Edwards regained the world title from Ducat;'s Troy Bayliss aboard his Castrol Honda in a stunning d1max to a tlDnar'oImd season, will long live in the memory of those fortunate to have been there or to have seen it on TV - which makes the launch of a limited edition fine art print depietl\'lg Edwards in action at lmola. a suitable memento of a nail-biting occasion. To cast your vote. log on to _---dlttp:/ /www:t:ycle.news.com. A. B. C. D. Shile Bentley Mike Brown Michnl Byrne Jeff Gibson 6 FEBRUARY 12, 2003' cue • .., n .., _ s print (26 x 20 in.). It is available through the world's leading motorsport art house, Britishbased Grand Prix Sportique, which until recently concentrated almost exclusively on fourwheeled subjects. But with the Steve Parrish series of prints depicting bike racing's golden greats. Sportique has expanded the section of its business devoted to motorcycle subjects, of which the Edwards painting, depicting Colin on the Honda leading Bayliss' Ducati out of the final chicane at lmoIa, is undoubtedly the most topical to date. At £) 25 ($2) 2.50) per signed, numbered copy, complete with II certificate of authenticity and a photograph of Colin Edwards signing the print. plus £22 ($36) to cover secure shipping anywhere in the world, many will feel that it represents a good value. It may be viewed and ordered online at ......1 www.grandprixsportique.com - further bike racing subjects shall follow later this year.